How safe is the student body at Carnegie Mellon? Find info and statistics on crime on college campuses and surrounding areas.

Overall Crime Rating at Carnegie Mellon University is About Average

The overall crime rating is based on reported crime on campus and in surrounding areas.
Colleges with low amounts of reported crime are considered safer. Carnegie Mellon University earns an
overall crime rating of C+ when we compare reported on-campus,
city, and regional crime against all other schools nationwide.

On Campus Crime Rating at Carnegie Mellon University is About Average

On-campus crime statistics reported by Carnegie Mellon carry the most importance in our overall estimation
of campus crime. When all violations are totaled and weighed by both severity and the number of students at the school,
Carnegie Mellon has average reported offenses.

Pittsburgh Crime Rating is Worse Than Average

Carnegie Mellon University is in Pittsburgh, PA.
When compared with other towns and cities nationwide, Pittsburgh ranks above average
in overall crime, making it
potentially unsafe and more likely
students at Carnegie Mellon may fall victim to a crime when venturing off campus.

Regional Crime Rating Near Pittsburgh is Worse Than Most

Beyond Pittsburgh, other nearby towns and cities include Homestead,
West Mifflin, and Turtle Creek.
Altogether, these locations have an overall
far above average
amount of crime when compared to other areas nationwide, meaning the area
could be unsafe.

We base our ratings on reported crime, as there is no way to know how much crime occurs that does not get reported.
Does a high amount of reported crime mean the school is dangerous, or does it mean that it is safe due to its stricter law enforcement and reporting?
Areas with low amounts of reported crime could just be easier on enforcement.

How Relevant is Off Campus Crime Data?

Be sure to ask the admissions office about crime both on and off campus.

Important Questions to Ask About Safety

Even in low-crime areas, students still run the risk of encountering violence and unsafe situations. What kind of policies does the college have in place to protect students or help students who are victims of crimes?

How secure are the dorm rooms and other buildings? Would a break in be easy for an intruder?

What kind of punishments or penalties are in place for students accused of or convicted of crimes?

One way a student may feel more comfortable might be to take a self-defense or safety class. Are there classes like this offered at the college?